Scalenus posterior
Musculus scalenus posterior
MuscularDeep musclesNeckLeft and right
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- What it is
- The smallest and deepest scalene, from the posterior tubercles of the C4–C6 transverse processes to the outer surface of the second rib.
- Function
- Elevates the second rib and bends the neck to its side.
- Size
- About 6 cm long.
- Clinical note
- Often fused with scalenus medius; it is the only scalene to reach the second rib.